What you will learn

This is an invaluable workshop for professionals working with children, young people and families looking to reinvigorate their practice and enhance their understanding of clients' needs. Full of “aha!” moments, Nathan explores fascinating discoveries in neuroscience, explains them in plain English and provides guidance on how to put this knowledge to practical use in the classroom, therapy room and home, with recommendations backed by evidence from neuroscience for optimum social and emotional well-being.

This workshop will be delivered over two days.

Day 1

Introduction to Neuroscience Terms
Summary of the 1990s
The formative nature of the early years
Gender differences in the Brain.
The impacts of Domestic Violence
Movement and Learning
The Neuro-sequential model of the Brain
Longitudinal Studies predicting Adult outcomes
Neuroplasticity

Day 2

The biology of Learning
Neural Pruning
Hormones in the Brain: Cortisol and Endorphins
Atypical Brain Development: EG. Autism, OCD, ADHD
The Teenage Brain
The Effect of Alcohol and Marijuana on the Adolescent Brain

About the presenter

Nathan Wallis is a father of three, stepfather to two and foster father to many more. His professional background includes early childhood teacher, child therapist, social service manager, university lecturer and neuroscience trainer. Following his time at the University of Canterbury, he founded a private training consultancy with the goal of facilitating easy to understand professional development reflecting the latest neuroscience discoveries and their practical implications for everyday practice. Nathan is an advisor for the NZ Ministry of Education, and an expert advisor for NZ Ministry of Vulnerable Children.

Refund Policy

As Family InSight Inc. has ceased operation from 29 March 2019 refunds will no longer be issued.

You can transfer your ticket anytime prior to the start of the event by contacting the organiser.

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